• Oni Wakizashi is a masterpiece and it's the most appreciated Wakizashi of YariNoHanzo Superior series
• The Koshirae represents various types of Oni, Hannya and Futen and it's inspired on various pieces preserved in Japanese museums 
• Top quality sharp Wakizashi sword, perfectly balanced, designed exclusively for the practice of Iaido, Kendo and Kenjutsu.
• Kobuse kitae 1060+1095 high carbon steel clay tempered shinken blade with Bohi and real Hamon "Gunome Choji" style
• Full tang blade secured to the tsuka with one Mekugi (bamboo pins)
• High quality leather Tsukagawa made in Italy, alternate Hinerimaki style Tsukamaki with Hishigami and black real ray skin Samegawa
• Black laquered Saya with Kojiri, Koiguchi and Kurikata made of real buffalo horn
• SUPPLIED WITHOUT SAGEO
• Supplied with a elegant burgundy cotton bag
• Perfectly balanced and suitable for beginners and experts
• This product has passed the YariNoHanzo quality control

The Oni Wakizashi Shinken is a top-tier Japanese short sword from the prestigious YariNoHanzo Superior Series — a category reserved for elite weapons designed for advanced martial artists, collectors, and historical enthusiasts. Revered as one of the most sought-after wakizashi in the YariNoHanzo catalogue, the Oni model is a true masterpiece, combining unmatched aesthetics with superior combat functionality.

Its name, "Oni," draws from the fierce demons and spirits of Japanese folklore. The koshirae (mountings) vividly depict Oni, Hannya, and Futen motifs, based on authentic relics preserved in Japanese museums. These fierce symbols are deeply rooted in samurai culture, representing chaos, fearlessness, and spiritual strength.

What sets this wakizashi apart is its Kobuse Kitae blade construction, which merges 1060 and 1095 high carbon steel for a tough, resilient, and highly refined structure. The blade is clay tempered in the traditional way, producing a striking Gunome Choji hamon that runs along its edge. A bohi (groove) enhances the blade's agility, allows for tachikaze (cutting sound), and reduces overall weight without sacrificing cutting power.

Although shorter than a katana, the Oni Wakizashi is built with full martial intention. The full tang blade is securely held within the tsuka using a single Mekugi (bamboo peg) for maximum structural integrity and safety. It is perfectly balanced, making it ideal for Iaido, Kendo, Kenjutsu, and advanced solo or paired kata.

The tsuka (handle) is wrapped in high-quality Italian leather, tied in Hinerimaki style with Hishigami inserts, offering supreme grip and a luxurious look. The underlay of genuine black Samegawa (ray skin) adds friction, tradition, and durability.

The saya (scabbard) is finished in deep black lacquer and features premium buffalo horn components at the Koiguchi, Kurikata, and Kojiri — all details typically reserved for custom-grade swords. A Hannya demon-themed Kurikata in metal completes the intimidating aesthetic.

Each Oni Wakizashi is supplied without sageo, giving martial artists the flexibility to match their ryu or dojo standards. It also comes with an elegant burgundy cotton sword bag for refined protection and transport.

Strictly passing the YariNoHanzo quality control, this piece is often imitated but never equaled. The Oni Wakizashi is not just a sword — it's a symbol of power, heritage, and artisan tradition.